EHS&T Officer Job Opportunity at Geofields

EHS&T Officer Job Opportunity at Geofields

EHS&T Officer

Geofields 

Company Overview

Geofields Tanzania Limited (GTL), founded in 2008, is a multidisciplinary strategic service provider company for the exploration and mining industry. Geofields is Tanzania’s leading exploration and mining service company, with an integrated and comprehensive service portfolio of drilling services, ground exploration survey works, mining equipment supply, and mining ventures. Geofields is in a joint venture (partnership) with African Underground Mining Services (AUMS), which conducts underground operations at Geita under Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) Tanzania.

We are driven by the continued success at our operations and exceeding our client’s expectations—both in terms of safety and performance. The collective talent and expertise of our workforce is the key to our success, and we are looking for talented people to join our business. We seek to build teams who are loyal, committed to our company values, and dedicated to helping our clients. In return, we provide state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and technology. We look forward to receiving your application for the following position.

Position: EHS&T Officer

Location: GTL – Dar es Salaam

Position Purpose

The EHS&T Officer will provide the site with EHS&T advice, coordination, and relevant administration support. The role will be involved in partnering with site operations supervisors and employees to ensure GTL’s safety values and culture are effectively promoted and adopted across the operation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Guiding employees on best work practice by ensuring safe work processes are in place, understood by all, and being used consistently.
Administering and applying HSE&T policies, procedures, and matrices, including the development of site-specific HSE&T management plans.
Provide on-site inductions ensuring all employees and contractors are site compliant.
Monitor the health and well-being of our on-site personnel.
Participate in (and lead where appropriate at the local level) any HSE&T improvement to ensure both operational and legislative requirements are met.
Provide technical support as required to accident investigations to ensure a thorough and documented approach is used.
Provide accurate and timely local reports on all HSE&T matters to relevant parties.
Attend and provide input to the regular operations toolbox and pre- and after-shift meetings.
Provide HSE&T reporting and monitor local trends for communicating with relevant parties and following up accordingly.
In conjunction with relevant parties, implement the solutions to issues of recurring HSE&T problems.
Conduct training and verification of competencies.
Support auditing of on-site machinery and equipment.
Provide HSE&T mentoring to operational personnel.
Administer and assist with the local return-to-work/rehabilitation process.

Essential Requirements

Diploma/Degree in OHS or equivalent with up to 4-6 years’ relevant experience.
NEBOSH or OSHA Certification (NOSHC1 & NOSHC2 Certificate).
Familiar with the Tanzanian Regulations.
More system-oriented.
High level of integrity.
Strong interpersonal, management, and communication skills.
Dependably exercise sound judgment and decisions.
Strong sense of urgency and outcomes-focused.
Knowledge and application of HSE legislation and compliance requirements to Barminco and the client’s safety systems.
Experience of providing supportive specialist HSE&T operational advice to operations.
Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within an underground mining environment.
Prior underground mechanized mining experience and equipment operation.
Excellent English communication skills and ability to manage diverse and, in some instances, multi-cultural teams.
Well-developed time management and planning skills are essential.
The ability to influence and engage with operational and non-operational employees and contractors with good, demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, influencing skills, and including consultation.
Strong observation and analytical skills along with attention to detail.
Computer proficiency (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook/email).
Experienced with a large ERP software/HSE&T information systems and reporting tools (e.g., SAP and Pronto).
Information security – appreciate the importance of securing commercial and confidential information.
Safety – observe safety procedures and use equipment and materials properly.
Valid Tanzanian Driver’s License is highly regarded.
First Aid Certificate is highly regarded.
Internal Audit Certificate for ISO 45001:2018 is highly regarded.

Application Process

If you have the necessary skill, drive, and experience to be an asset to GTL Operations Team, we welcome your interest and encourage you to apply.
Geofields Tanzania Limited is a diverse and equal opportunities employer.
Only applications with a current resume attached will be considered for employment.

Please send your CV along with a detailed covering letter via email to [email protected]

Application letters should reach the above on or before 26th July 2025, 18:00.

Warning
BEWARE OF CONMEN! Geofields Tanzania Limited does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately by calling +266 782 367306 or +256 762 961861